Chapter 5 The Lymphatic & Immune Systems A&P Terms Review

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Small masses of lymphoid tissue located in the posterior nasal cavity; when infected become enlarged.

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Adenoids

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A special kind of protein the body produces to destroy an antigen.

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Antibody

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A specific substance that stimulates the production of an antibody.

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Antigen

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A disorder when the immune system causes the body to not recognize and attack its own cells and tissues.

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Autoimmune disorder

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Network that protects the body from disease-causing pathogens.

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Immune system

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A physician who specializes in the study and treatment of immune system diseases and disorders.

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Immunologist

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The study of the immune system.

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Immunology

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A clear or milky-white fluid that contains lymphocytes that protect the body from infection and disease.

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Lymph

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Body system that works with the immune system to filter pathogens and waste.

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Lymphatic system

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Specialized leukocytes (WBCs) that protect the body by attacking pathogens.

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Lymphocytes